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Name First Asian Chief Justice
Category Government & Society - Judiciary
Data Info On 5 Jan 1963, Wee Chong Jin became the first Asian to be appointed the Chief Justice of the State of Singapore. His appointment marked a break in the long-standing tradition (since 1867) of appointing British Chief Justices for Singapore, the last of whom was Sir Alan Rose. He served until 28 Sep 1990.
 
 
     
 
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